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Renault Kangoo vs VW ID. Buzz Cargo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (130 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (25700 £ vs 43600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?

Renault Kangoo

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kangoo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Kangoo has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £, while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43600 £. That’s a price difference of around 17850 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID. Buzz Cargo: with 19.20 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Renault Kangoo with 20.20 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for range, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo performs noticeable better – achieving up to 455 km, about 170 km more than the Renault Kangoo.

ID. Buzz Cargo

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo has a significantly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo performs a bit better – reaching 160 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo tops out at 135 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID. Buzz Cargo pulls convincingly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 409 Nm difference.

Kangoo

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Kangoo offers significantly more seating capacity – 7 vs 3.

In curb weight, Renault Kangoo is clearly lighter – 1489 kg compared to 2264 kg. The difference is around 775 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo performs distinct better – up to 3900 L, which is about 850 L more than the Renault Kangoo.

When it comes to payload, VW ID. Buzz Cargo a bit takes the win – 753 kg compared to 610 kg. That’s a difference of about 143 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW ID. Buzz Cargo is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £43,600
ID. Buzz Cargo

VW ID. Buzz Cargo

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.2 - 20.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 330 - 455 km
Renault Kangoo
VW ID. Buzz Cargo

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Renault Kangoo

The Renault Kangoo is the pragmatic chameleon of small vans, marrying van-like practicality with carlike comfort and a cheerful, friendly face that suits both family runs and workday hauls. It's sensible, versatile and annoyingly useful — easy to live with, cheap to run and clever where it counts, so you get more space and fewer compromises than the price suggests.

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VW ID. Buzz Cargo

The VW ID. Buzz Cargo marries retro Volkswagen charm with a thoroughly modern electric work van, offering a surprisingly spacious and practical load area wrapped in friendly, iconic styling. It's a smart pick for urban tradespeople and small businesses who want quiet, effortless driving, lower running costs and easy maneuverability — with a healthy dash of nostalgia on the job.

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Renault Kangoo
VW ID. Buzz Cargo
Kangoo
ID. Buzz Cargo

Costs and Consumption

Price
25700 - 36200 £
Price
43600 - 51400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
20.2 - 21.5 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh
Electric Range
278 - 285 km
Electric Range
330 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
co2
0 - 168 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
3
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1489 - 2041 kg
Curb weight
2264 - 2510 kg
Trunk capacity
500 - 950 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4486 - 4911 mm
Length
4712 mm
Width
1860 - 1919 mm
Width
1985 mm
Height
1838 - 1869 mm
Height
1932 mm
Max trunk capacity
2500 - 3050 L
Max trunk capacity
3900 L
Payload
459 - 610 kg
Payload
640 - 753 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 130 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
130 - 135 km/h
Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
Torque
240 - 270 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2022 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VW
Is the Renault Kangoo offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.